What Others Are Saying

I'm a big believer in Jeff Sturgis and Whitetail Habitat Solutions,,,

I'm a big believer in Jeff Sturgis and Whitetail Habitat Solutions,,, Before I stumbled on to one of his videos, I was that guy walking through the middle of my property, sitting on food plots, careless property access, ignoring wind direction and then whining that all my deer are nocturnal,,,Through... his videos and property visits,I've transformed my property and have become a much better hunter..As a result I've shot my 5 biggest bucks, since watching that 1st video 5 years ago..[ Read More ]
— Gary S- Wisconsin

We can’t thank you enough for all that you did!”

“I took home a buck, first time on the farm. Owned it 4 years. We can’t thank you enough for all that you did!”
— Bill A- Ohio

I can see a big difference already from last season!

“Thanks buddy!! I'm so looking forward to future hunts, especially after we finish getting property setup from your recommendations. Just need to finish the bedding areas and interior paths. I can see a big difference already from last season!”
— Mike W- Ohio

That deer never would have been harvested without your help.

after 34 years of hunting this land and only 2 years after a 1/4 acre food plot at the very bottom of the hill next to the creek and turning the powerlines into switch grass and a 1/2 acre of a 4 clover mix he shot his first big buck... here and I'm seeing alot. Thanks you so much. That deer never would have been harvested without your help. And the last one I seen is much much larger than that[ Read More ]
— Benjamin P- Pennsylvania

Thanks Jeff and the WHS team!

Jeff visited us in Central Michigan for the first time in the spring of 2022. In the 3 years we have hunted the property before Jeff’s consultation we had shot 4 bucks all scoring between 95”- 105” Jeff came out and gave us a plan. The biggest take away for... us was to create significantly more depth of cover and access. Jeff had us move our food plots away from the middle of the property to create layers of bedding and helped us understand how to use the topography of our property for hunting access. I watched hours and hours of Jeff on YouTube and had a pretty good idea about what he was going to recommend, but having him in person able to apply his management philosophy to our property specifically directly made it easy. We started making changes immediately and that first hunting season, shot a 130” 5 year old 10 point. This year, our switchgrass is coming in our food plots are expanding, and our blinds and stand locations are even better than before. We still have plenty of work ahead of us, but now, we have a plan. Thanks Jeff and the WHS team![ Read More ]
— Bryan K- Michigan

I can’t begin to express how happy I am to have made the decision to choose Whitetail Habit Solutions (WHS).

I can’t begin to express how happy I am to have made the decision to choose Whitetail Habit Solutions (WHS). Jeff and his team have done amazing things for everyone which includes me. As an out of state owner my time is limited and I knew I needed help so... I researched and follow Jeff for awhile and the decision was very easy for me to learn from to get me on track. Kevan Smith came out to the property and was absolutely a beast getting things straightened out and offered great information to help me understand how to properly set things up and how to hunt the property the correct way.I was able to turn my struggle over the years and turn it into a successful memory. I was able to do this by following the proven concepts Jeff created over the years. Staying focused to maximize the potential and leverage my limited time was important for me in order to become successful. WHS was able to help me get there. By following the concepts it offers a higher potential to the success you’re looking for and also gives you those important memories with family and friends on the way to fulfilling your dreams. A Big Thank You to Jeff choosing to share for all to learn and for his team for sharing his vision. Your awesome! Here are some photos of my 1st years success and more to come.[ Read More ]
— Brad- Kentucky

I simply can not that WHS enough for their help.

I had a fantastic experience working with Kevan this past winter. I am very new to hunting and have learned so much valuable information on herd development through land improvements. Based upon the site visit , Kevan really took the time to understand where we were at in our hunting... journey and from there built our stand and food plot locations. We have had a successful 1st year no till food plot experience using buckwheat! ( I have a picture attached of the buckwheat plot). I have also taken the hunting hills web class to better impact my hunting skills in North Central PA. Jeff is a great educator. I am now prepared to hunt from my stand locations based upon winds/thermals in the hill country of PA. I simply can not that WHS enough for their help. We are excited to apply our new found education to hunting this fall.Thank you again!Carrie[ Read More ]
— Carrie V- Pennsylvania

Now we are very confident that we have a great deer hunting property now.

My son and I had Jeff come out in early August 2022. We worked on the plan he provided us and finished it up the second week of September. We improved some bedding areas, combined 2 smaller food plots into one large plot, and created a deer trail all the... way around the property to tie everything together. We hung several cameras on this trail; each over a mock scrape. We instantly noticed several deer using this trail. By thickening up the center of the property, a couple of nice bucks started to use our place as their new home. This provided me with the opportunity to take this nice 10 point the second week of November. He was a local buck on our 40 acres, and we had several daytime pictures of him. We had been working on our property for about five years and thought we were on the right track. However, by having Jeff come out to help us improve our habitat plan, we realized we needed to make some changes. Now we are very confident that we have a great deer hunting property now. Phil and Matt R, Central Michigan[ Read More ]
— Phil R- Michigan

Happy to share that Kevan came out in spring of 22 and designed an amazing layout

Happy to share that Kevan came out in spring of 22 and designed an amazing layout I have 2 boys 5/7 and we use the ponds for fishing and they love riding the trails on all our toys! We see a handful of the same bucks from June-Sept but when... prime season kicks in, it is hot and steady action It was not uncommon to see 6-8 different bucks a sit and always multiple does Unfortunately I did not harvest one that I am looking for yet, but 2 of my good friend both got quality mature bucks last year (tine to start charging!lol) On top of that the turkeys were relating more to some of the cuttings close to timber and alfalfa fields and that resulted in many mornings with multiple Tom’s coming in My 7 year old took his first and it was an awesome experience![ Read More ]
— John T- Ohio

If you're on the fence about paying the expense, I would recommend moving forward with things, the entire experience was worth every penny.

I came across Jeff's Youtube videos several years ago, as an avid outdoorsmen I was drawn immediately to his content. Owning a five acre parcel, which over time I incorporated Jeff's practices. Putting in trails, waterholes, mock scrapes and of course food plots. 3rd season in I harvested a 160's... class buck, most people are astonished that deer came from a five acre parcel. After purchasing 120 acres, I decided to book Jeff for an onsite visit ensuring a solid game plan was to be put in place. Scheduling took some time but was well worth the wait, the plan put together by Jeff was excellent, both my hunting partner and I were amazed at the details being presented; it was clear we made the right decision. My overall experience was good, Jeff was professional, his years of knowledge definitely was evident. If you're on the fence about paying the expense, I would recommend moving forward with things, the entire experience was worth every penny. Attached is a picture of the buck referenced above, a deer I called "My Guy" I look forward to many more opportunities in the years to come. Mike N[ Read More ]
— Mike N- Wisconsin

We had an awesome experience with Kevan and have really started to lay out the property.

We had an awesome experience with Kevan and have really started to lay out the property. We are excited for this hunting season and will absolutely send pictures. Here's one from the other day>>>
— Jason H - Pennsylvania

We are very grateful for Jeff’s efforts, and we are extremely excited to see what changes the rest of his plan brings to our farm in the future!

We purchased our farm 4 years ago in the Wayne National Forrest in Southern Ohio. Year after year, it seemed there were 2 deer that would live on our farm year-round. Following these deer and finding multiple years of sheds we have spent each year attempting to harvest these 2... particular deer as a special memory for the beginning of our farm. Over the years these deer seemed to elude us in every way. Only 1 time in 3 years did we see one of these deer in person during daylight. After Jeff’s visit in September 2022, we only had a couple weeks to implement a small portion of the plan Jeff laid out for us. Once deer season started we not only had more day light photos of a dozen mature bucks but we were able to pattern the 2 that had eluded us for years. I was able to take down this 6.5 year old 164” Southern Ohio deer and my father was able to take down his 8.5 year old deer only 3 weeks later. We are very grateful for Jeff’s efforts, and we are extremely excited to see what changes the rest of his plan brings to our farm in the future![ Read More ]
— Jaime D- Ohio

Thank you!

Thank you! We enjoyed our visit with Kevan. His knowledge and no-nonsense delivery were exactly what we were looking for.
— Craig- WV

Wanted to say thanks to WHS team .

Wanted to say thanks to WHS team . Kevan made a visit to my farm and we enjoyed having him , appreciated the input and it will be applied immediately.
— Barry- NY

We have a solid plan for the next five years and beyond.

We had Dylan out to our recently purchased 20 acre parcel. I'm very familiar with the core habitat concepts from WHS but wanted to get it right from the start. Dylan was amazing with applying those concepts to a somewhat oddly shaped parcel and our unique forest structure. We thoroughly... walked the land identifying the different habitat breaks and the best way to control deer movement and access. He ended up flagging a future acre food plot, two smaller perennial plots and nine different stand locations. He was totally positive, totally helpful. We have a solid plan for the next five years and beyond. I want you to know if you need habitat advice that Dylan is not second tier. He is on the A team.[ Read More ]
— Allan- Wisconsin

Just wanted to drop a note to say how great of a time I had with Dylan

Just wanted to drop a note to say how great of a time I had with Dylan when he came and redesigned my property half the battle is buying into what he comes up with and I TOTALLY DO!! Thank you once again to the WHS family!!
— Carlie - WI

Kevan was fantastic.

Kevan was fantastic. Couldn't recommend him more.
— Brian- Ohio

Dylan did a fabulous job and my son and I learned a lot!

Dylan did a fabulous job and my son and I learned a lot!
— Steve- WI

I am so glad I picked you guys!

Yes I most certainly did enjoy the day with Kevan! It was awesome to hang out with him and learned a lot for sure! I am so glad I picked you guys!
— Brendon- PA

I gotta thank you!

“I gotta thank you! Just changing the access routes has had such an increase in activity. I’ve done 7 total sits and seen 35 deer already. Previously I was lucky to see 10 in a whole season!”
— Lee G- Ohio

My only regret is we didn’t do it 20 years earlier!

The design from WHS changed the way we use and access or land, hunt morning versus night, and prepare the property each season. We are having so much fun year-round implementing the suggestions. Now that you offer seed through your company that is pure and without tons of hard seed... or inert matter, we really have a one stop shop for all our needs. Couple that with the Youtube channel and the ability to get one on one answers (from Joe) via text when needed and we are thrilled with our decision to use WHS for our property design. My only regret is we didn’t do it 20 years earlier! We are coming up on our one year anniversary of the design. We have implemented most of the suggestions already and the impact has been immense. Thanks for all your entire team does giving back to the hunting community. George D.[ Read More ]
— George D- Wisconsin

I would also like to take a moment to express my satisfaction with my meeting with Kevan.

I would also like to take a moment to express my satisfaction with my meeting with Kevan. We spent almost the entire day together reviewing and talking about my land. He had great advice and constructive criticism which is what I was looking for. Very happy we were able to... plan this trip. Make sure you tell the WHS team thank you!!Ryan[ Read More ]
— Ryan C- New York

Hi Joe, things went great last year. Can't wait for this year! Saw more big bucks last year than ever before!

Hi Joe, things went great last year. Can't wait for this year! Saw more big bucks last year than ever before!
— Roger N - Michigan

Thank you for everything you have taught me!!

Jeff, Thank you for all your information you provide!!! I started watching your videos last September and have gone 360 degrees on my food plots… going with the buckwheat thru summer to help my soil ( been set aside ground for 20yrs) then bassicas and greens for fall. The mock... scrapes/vines are great. Thank you for everything you have taught me!! Not a rookie whitetail hunter but always willing to learn… lolThanks againMarc S[ Read More ]
— Mark S

Just finished my first on line class. The more you hear, see and do...the more your eyes and mind put all the pieces of the puzzle together!

Just finished my first on line class... I can imagine some guys saying I've read the books, I've watched the videos, I may have been on a designed property before...I don't need the class, what could I possibly gain from it...well...I've read the books 5 or 6 times each, watched... the videos multiple times, been on your designed properties and been on properties with you Jeff...it’s much like when you tell us about how you will surpass a 1000 clients this year...the more you hear, see and do...the more your eyes and mind put all the pieces of the puzzle together. Too often people look for or expect too much....if you can't learn just one thing each time you read a book, watch a video, walk your property...you need to remove your blinders![ Read More ]
— Bruce M

The class did a great job of highlighting the baseline fundamentals from which to work all of the other improvements into.

The class did a great job of highlighting the baseline fundamentals from which to work all of the other improvements into. Also, it's really nice to have that group of videos organized in an area where you can refer back. About the time I start worrying about depth of cover... while working more food into my property I can refer back and maybe work in more food on a protected edge, but keep it thin and well screened and even think about does potentially bedded close to it if the browse and cover is there, and how that will affect everything else.......the class helps people stay focused on what's important and what your priority should be.[ Read More ]
— Kolby

I have found the classes to be worth every penny, and enjoyable!

While I have found the classes to be worth every penny, and enjoyable, it has affected my sleep :). I dream about land improvements, failed food plots, and how to create buck bedding areas... It's rather hilarious, but a great diversion from the pandemic crisis I deal with every day... being in healthcare for a profession.[ Read More ]
— Andy

After the classes and a few videos, I feel like I have a great strategy for next year with less effort and money.

I am a little over 1/2 way through the classes and so far I think they are great! I have watched tons of Jeff's videos on Youtube and these classes go deeper into the strategy behind the videos. I must say that for a new landowner, it can get a... bit overwhelming and I have re-done my food plots multiple times this year, but after the classes and a few video's I feel like I have a great strategy for next year with less effort and money.[ Read More ]
— Andy

It was my pleasure to get the class. I enjoyed watching it and really appreciate all of the content WHS makes and it was easy to give the patronage.

It was my pleasure to get the class. I enjoyed watching it and really appreciate all of the content WHS makes and it was easy to give the patronage.
— Sam

I really enjoyed the web class. He has really helped me to become a better deer hunter.

I really enjoyed the web class. I randomly found Jeff’s website several years ago. I have read his books and have watched many of his videos. He has really helped me to become a better deer hunter. I look forward to the next web class.
— Eric

I received the work book and cap, they are both high quality. Good job. Loving the class, great stuff.

I received the work book and cap, they are both high quality. Good job. Loving the class, great stuff.
— Larry

I have enjoyed the class. I have some specific questions that I hope the Facebook group would give opinions on, great idea.

I have enjoyed the class. I have some specific questions that I hope the Facebook group would give opinions on, great idea.
— Dave

I watched the whole class in just a couple days, very good stuff! I especially liked the first video because it goes through his thought process.

I watched the whole class in just a couple days, very good stuff! I have watched almost all of Jeff’s videos on YouTube and there’s definitely some more in depth information in the web class and I especially like the first video because it goes through his thought process on... designing a parcel.[ Read More ]
— David

I have completed and really enjoyed the class. It is amazing how much I've learned. I am excited to get to work this winter on improvements.

Thank you for sending the workbook and hat. I have completed and really enjoyed the class. It is amazing how much I've learned. I am excited to get to work this winter on improvements.
— Kevin

Thanks again Jeff for all you do and continue to do

I wanted to send these over so you could forward them to Jeff, I have hunted in Western PA my whole life and to shoot a buck over 120” is an accomplishment for most hunters. I have spent hours watching Jeff’s youtube videos. The pictures below are from bucks I... shot since I started listening to what he taught on his videos about 4 years ago. Prior to watching his videos I never shot anything bigger than a 125” buck. I just wanted to take a moment to thank him for his dedication and knowledge, he has helped me to become a way better hunter and not spend an eternity of hours in the woods spooking deer. The biggest buck shot was one on a cold front morning, I had covid and had about a 700 yard walk to get to my stand in order to not spook them going in. I felt terrible but knew I had to be there. I learned where he was bedding and where he was eating. It was pouring down rain and when the rain stopped at 7:00 I shot the buck at 7:18 like clockwork. I recommend his videos to all of my friends and will always promote his business. I have been busy with work which is why im getting these plot mixes so late. Prior to this year I never needed food plots to hunt as I just took the basic principals I learned from jeff and used them, in this case this year I have to keep my target bucks a little closer on a new property since there is so much pressure here. Anyways Thanks again Jeff for all you do and continue to do, im excited to share the knowledge I have learned from you with my kids. Im not a kiss ass type of person but figured you might enjoy seeing the good that your doing by helping hunters. Thank you, Josh[ Read More ]
— Josh L- Pennsylvania

I followed Jeff’s advice to a tee!

Picture of deer are average bucks in my plots, “layered Rye” & clover, we currently are seeing 8 deer similar in rack size with 2 other bucks approximately 150 class, not bad for a few acres of food plots with a newcomer planting them…although I can’t take the credit, I... followed Jeff’s advice to a tee![ Read More ]
— John M- Pennsylvania

Greetings Jeff, Thank you for all of your shared knowledge, i have literally watched every u-tube video you have shared.

Greetings Jeff, Thank you for all of your shared knowledge, i have literally watched every u-tube video you have shared. I live in Drums Pa. 18222. I recently purchased a small plot of 5 acres which borders approximately 400 acres of privately owned wooded area. I have hunted for over... 20 years in this area harvesting great bucks every year, I am also surrounded by hundreds of acres of corn / soybean fields, with that said, As I am a green horn planter I exclusively use your Techniques of Hinge cutting / layering rye with huge success. I currently plant 1 acre of rye and 1 acre of white clover around my new house which covers the remaining acres, my thoughts with the clover is aesthetically looks great, better than standard grass. I am learning that these types of plots are holding the deer and turkeys year round. I let both plots grow to seed for fawning and poult cover, I will cut 1st week of August then start cycle all over again, Bottom line is, Thank you so much for "free" training, its the best. If ever your in my neck of the woods i would love to meet you and assist you in any way! Sincerely, John[ Read More ]
— John M- Pennsylvania

These are my top 5 archery bucks i've taken all from the same property over the years using all the tactics i've learned from watching his video's!!

These are my top 5 archery bucks i've taken all from the same property over the years using all the tactics i've learned from watching his video's!! The biggest in the middle scored 171-3/8s! Got my first archery buck when i was 15 & I'm turning 28 in June soo... it took abit of time, but in my area I'm fairly well known for getting these bucks in that short time cause most hunters here maybe get lucky & shoot one like that in a whole lifetime lol[ Read More ]
— Tyler S

I am very happy overall with the results and could not have done without your information and willingness to share.

Good Day. I am not sure where the best place to express my thanks for you sharing the information on YouTube so I picked your website. I enjoy watching you and occasionally Dylan almost everyday sharing your knowledge. Long story short my dad, sister, nephew, and myself lost our shotgun... hunting spot after the 2021 season. It was a great spot on a farm where all we had to do was show up and we would see deer. Been like that for 20 years. Easy really LOL! Now for over 10 years my my dad has had 27 acres of mature timber that straddles a rather deep creek with no field edges. He tried to bow hunt on it a few times with no success at seeing daylight deer despite having a small food plot. Since it was really our best opportunity to hunt outside of public land, I started researching deer information and came across your YouTube videos. I never knew there was so much to learn about deer hunting and habitat. I put together a design for 18 acres on one side of the creek (the other 9 acres is a 2024 project due to bridge issues) and we worked as much as we could to implement the design (there is more than enough to still do this coming year). The plan did work as we saw many daylight deer on the trail cams. Mostly does consistently with bucks sprinkled in starting late September. We had no idea what the deer herd was like here. Turned out to be pretty good by our standards as our shooter board had two 10 pointers and three 8 pointers. In the end my dad and my sister took does and my nephew got one of the 8 pointers off our board. My nephew also got a 6 pointer with a bow while my dad passed on number of yearlings with his bow. I didn't get any as first season I went to a wedding in San Diego (could not pass up the warm weather) and by second season all the cover was mostly gone (hence more work still to be done for late season hunting as it was straight up mature woods we started with). I am very happy overall with the results and could not have done without your information and willingness to share. My dad was a bit old school and not quite on board with the plan I put together from your information however he is now. With the season over and the only green food being the winter rye our cameras did have 12 does and yearlings on the main food plot which is only 20yds by 90 yds. He said he has never seen that many deer total over the 10 years let alone during the day at the same time. We are so grateful for your expertise and that we can continue to deer hunt and create memories. Definitely a new chapter for us in the deer hunting space. I even got my first bow for this year! :) I look forward to your future videos and podcasts. Thank you again! Mike[ Read More ]
— Mike F

Just a quick thank you for using your passion for hunting and teaching to help hunters like myself.

Hi Jeff,Just a quick thank you for using your passion for hunting and teaching to help hunters like myself. I have been hunting Whitetail for seven years, but by taking the time to learn and be strategic, I have become ten times the hunter I was last year! Much of... that is thanks to you. I was able to fill three tags this year; one being my first harvest with a bow and one being my first buck. It feels great!I wish you the best and look forward to learning more from you and supporting you in the coming years.[ Read More ]
— Andrew S

So wanted to say your videos do help, and I listened completely to what you were teaching. Thank you very much.

Hey Jeff, I watch your you tube videos regularly and have since a couple months before October 1st when in Illinois now season starts. I build a food plot, hinge cut trees, moved stands etc. all while listening to your videos. I wanted to let you know Nov. 12th mid... day, I had 16 deer come through. All in a two hour time pan. I got in the stand at 12:41 pm. When I texted my wife I was up safe. I texted my son at 1:05 that I shot a Buck, and by 1:15 I filled my doe tag as well. Was a nice 8 point that I called long horn. Because one brow tine was longer than the other. So was a success. So wanted to say your videos do help, and I listened completely to what you were teaching. Thank you very much. Here are the pictures of some of the mock scrapes from Jeff’s video and the two I got Saturday. Mid day. 15 minutes apart. I got in the stand at 12:40. By 1:05 I shit the Buck. And by 1:20 I shot the doe. Was a great day.[ Read More ]
— Dustin K - Illinois

All because of you Jeff. I can’t begin to thank you enough.

I’m 62, I’ve hunted deer for fifty years. In the previous four years I’ve harvested only wall hangers. This year makes it five. Not only my fifth one for the wall in as many years, but a target buck, a resident buck, a pretty well patterned buck, a buck I... had two previous encounters with but he never knew it. At 7:15 this morning he stopped to survey the valley 15 yards from my perch. Only my fourth sit of gun season, first in this stand. I sat out all this warm days waiting for this. All because of you Jeff. I can’t begin to thank you enough. I live about 20 miles from you if you ever need someone with a strong back and a weak mind to help with anything I’m you’re guy!!![ Read More ]
— Kevin F

How lucky I feel, to have gotten this buck; it is still overwhelming! I know that if I wouldn't have seen your message, I wouldn't have been in the woods.

First off thanks for all the videos and posts that you have made. I read them all. But a special thanks is in order for your article last week. You talked about hunting the cold front Saturday. Well you convinced me enough to drive 2 hours to my parents hunting... land to hunt. On a typical year I wouldn't have started hunting until mid October. But back to my story. It's Saturday night and I'm in my stand by 5pm. By 6:30 I had already seen 6 different bucks. No shooters or at least not what I was looking for. About 7pm that monster buck came out. Just like you predicted. We had pictures of this buck, and so did the surrounding properties. So how lucky I feel, to have gotten this buck; it is still overwhelming! I know that if I wouldn't have seen your message about hunting Saturday, I wouldn't have been in the woods."[ Read More ]
— Nick B

Since watching Jeff’s videos and reading his articles, I’ve completely changed the way I think and strategize my habitat work. The results speak for themselves!

Since watching Jeff’s videos and reading his articles, I’ve completely changed the way I think and strategize my habitat work. As I’ve taken on his strategies as my own, I have learned to transition my hunting properties to improve the habitat as well as my food plots for better fall... hunting, and the results speak for themselves![ Read More ]
— Terron B

Jeff's teachings cover the entire spectrum of attracting, holding, building and hunting a great deer herd - even on small parcels!

I've found Jeff's concepts to be original, refreshing and highly effective! Not only do his concepts of defining deer bedding and movement patterns based on food sources work extremely well, but his use of the weather aligns with my own experiences for determining exactly when a mature buck will be... on his feet. Jeff's teachings cover the entire spectrum of attracting, holding, building and hunting a great deer herd - even on small parcels![ Read More ]
— Cory

Huge shout out to Jeff Sturgis and his infinite whitetail wisdom. I installed a waterhole and before too long all the deer in the vicinity were hammering it.

Huge shout out to Jeff Sturgis and his infinite whitetail wisdom. I installed a waterhole back in August just for this one particular buck after watching Jeff's videos. Before too long all the deer in the vicinity were hammering it including this guy. Fast forward to the morning of October... 27th when a hot doe was thirsty around 8:20 AM and led this guy right past me at 30 yards.[ Read More ]
— Kyle

Thanks again from Maine!

Just wanted to give a grateful message to Jeff. Been watching your videos on deer hunting and really enjoy them. I never was one to check for weather pressure but I did this year and the pressure and temps were exactly where they needed to be this morning and I... used my best spot and got a nice Buck. I have been checking weather underground 10 day pressure and temps forecast this season, after I had seen what you had recommended. Thanks again from Maine![ Read More ]
— Tom Y - Maine

Please let Jeff know he’s an inspiration to me.

Please let Jeff know he’s an inspiration to me. Truly love what the entire WHS Team has done and will do in the future!Please tell the team I said hello and thank you again!
— Terry E

BS=Before Sturgis AS=After Sturgis

I use these two initials a lot when I get asked about my own habitat improvements and deer mounts. Smaller mounts and ridiculous habitat moves I’ve made=BSThe last five mounts (big) and rock solid habitat changes=ASAcronym Key: BS=Before Sturgis AS=After SturgisThere now ya know
— Kevin F

You sir are the man. Thank you so much for your straight up honesty and the passion you bring to your channel!

Jeff I have said it before and I am sure I will say it again. You sir are the man. Thank you so much for your straight up honesty and the passion you bring to your channel! As always keep it coming and I will keep soaking it up. From... your student in Tennessee. Thank you sir[ Read More ]
— Doug

Great advice, all the best from Canada!!!

Great advice, all the best from Canada!!!
— Kyle

Thanks for the advice. I have lots of work to do. But next year hopefully I can implement all of your information.

Awesome video. Thanks for the advice. I have lots of work to do. But next year hopefully I can implement all of your information. We have new land and I haven’t scouted it yet. Stand placement will be my first priority. Thank you and really enjoy your videos
— Neil

I have shared your videos with fellow hunters, and they love them. I really don't think you have any idea how you are changing the mentality of deer hunters.

I have shared your videos with fellow hunters, and they love them. I really don't think you have any idea how you are changing the mentality of deer hunters. We LOVE the vine mock scrapes!
— Johnny

Good morning Jeff. God bless you and your family. Thanks for the great content and no commercials!

Good morning Jeff. God bless you and your family. Thanks for the great content and no commercials!
— Justin

Great video as always. Your content Definitely helps out a bunch. My 4 yr old daughter can’t wait to help set up another Mock vine scrape!

Great video as always. Your content Definitely helps out a bunch. My 4 yr old daughter can’t wait to help set up another Mock vine scrape!
— PT

This is a great channel. Each video is so informative.

This is a great channel. Each video is so informative.
— Joey

I have learned so much from you! I never had no one to show me how to hunt, I learned as I went and also by watching your videos! Thank you!

I want to start by saying I love watching your videos. I have learned so much from you! I never had no one to show me how to hunt, I learned as I went and also by watching your videos! Thank you!
— Lee

Following your guidance and advice I killed my biggest buck to date in 2018. Thanks for everything, keep em coming!!

I love your videos. Following your guidance and advice I killed my biggest buck to date in 2018. Thanks for everything, keep em coming!!
— INK'D HNTR

This info is incredible! You have me riveted to the screen and will be using this info and passing it on.

This info is incredible! You have me riveted to the screen and will be using this info and passing it on.
— Dennis

Pure gold Jeff, thank you again!

Pure gold Jeff, thank you again!
— Edward

Jeff, you have the best deer hunting advice on YouTube. I always watch your videos. I can’t wait to try some of these tactics this year.

Jeff, you have the best deer hunting advice on YouTube. I always watch your videos. I can’t wait to try some of these tactics this year.
— Gary

Thank you for being so willing to share the knowledge that has taken you years of hard work to obtain. Cheers from SW Michigan!

Once again Jeff you have just amazed me with your information! Thank you for being so willing to share the knowledge that has taken you years of hard work to obtain. Cheers from SW Michigan!
— Tom

Thank you so much for your free information. Great stuff! You inspire me with every video to improve my land!

Thank you so much for your free information. And I thank you even more for getting straight to the point with every video and not wasting ten minutes with some ridiculous introduction and advertisements for sponsors. I am more inclined to buy products you support/use because you don’t ram it... down viewers throats. Great stuff! You inspire me with every video to improve my land![ Read More ]
— Butterflycatcher

Hey Jeff, thanks again for another great video! We all really appreciate the time you guys spend to put these together!

Hey Jeff, thanks again for another great video! We all really appreciate the time you guys spend to put these together!
— Jake

You just changed my perceptions again. Huge step up for me. Thanks for this info.

You just changed my perceptions again. Huge step up for me. Thanks for this info.
— Jason

Thank you for all your time and effort and sharing your knowledge. Best video's running!

Thank you for all your time and effort and sharing your knowledge. Best video's running!
— Danny

I didn't think it was possible for you to improve in my book, then you go and mention MUSKY fishing! You are truly amazing. Thanks for all the info you provide.

I didn't think it was possible for you to improve in my book, then you go and mention MUSKY fishing! You are truly amazing. Thanks for all the info you provide.
— Doug

Every time I think of something I'd like to hear you discuss, you end up doing it within your next couple of videos. Keep up the quality info. Thanks.

I don't know how you do it but every time I think of something I'd like to hear you discuss, you end up doing it within your next couple of videos. Keep up the quality info. Thanks
— Jesse

One thing I can say, my learning over four decades is very consistent with Jeff’s videos, just wish I had access to them in 1980.

Stick with it guys, and pay attention to the WHS videos. I've been hunting deer for nearly 40 years and still learning. Despite a lot of success, I've had off years too. One thing I can say, my learning over four decades is very consistent with Jeff’s videos, just... wish I had access to them in 1980.[ Read More ]
— D

Great channel mister ! I wish you were my dad. Lol

Great channel mister ! I wish you were my dad. Lol
— Jenn

By the way Jeff, you are currently my favorite channel on YouTube period. I look forward to your new videos like episodes of a TV show. Keep it up!

By the way Jeff, you are currently my favorite channel on YouTube period. I look forward to your new videos like episodes of a TV show. Keep it up!
— David

Awesome Video. I love these monthly “To Do” videos. Thanks Again For Your Help!

Awesome Video. I love these monthly “To Do” videos. Thanks Again For Your Help!
— Mel

I have no idea where you find the time to film, write, teach, visit 100 properties... and kill 4 monster bucks! Kudos to you Jeff, you’re a machine!!

I have no idea where you find the time to film, write, teach, visit 100 properties along with designing solutions, meet with partners, practice shooting, set up stands, create mock scrapes, plant food plots and kill 4 monster bucks! Kudos to you Jeff, you’re a machine!!
— Nick

Never get tired of hearing from my deer hunting coach! ☺ I hope you get one or two of those Monsters!

Never get tired of hearing from my deer hunting coach! ☺ I hope you get one or two of those Monsters! Come on Eileen! We are wrapping up our shooting lanes and getting every stand exactly how we want it so we can focus on planting our plots in August!... I’m hoping the 150 inch to 160 11 pointer shows up this fall and the split brow 13 pointer shows up again in October. Can’t wait! God bless.[ Read More ]
— Allen

Thanks Jeff. I just had 2 weeks off due to covid19. We made tremendous progress implementing all your knowledge. completely changed how I look at my land.

excellent!! thanks Jeff. I just had 2 weeks off due to covid19. We made tremendous progress at my land implementing all your knowledge. completely changed how I look at my land.
— Stu

Thank you for your videos. You are a profound hunter and deer expert. I am really enjoying your videos.

I am absolutely amazed by your videos ! Here is why : I'm hunting since 1994 in Germany. Mostly roe deer, wild boar and red deer. Your findings on whitetail habitat, hunting strategies, population management etc. can be easily transferred to our roe deer. Capreolus capreolus and Odocoileus virginianus are... basically cousins within the Capreolinae family. I am following your channel recently and its’s so interesting to confirm your concepts and tips. Although hunting another deer species on another continent with a different habitat i can absolutely confirm almost everything you are saying in your videos. When it comes to movement peaks of bucks, food preferences (clover and alfalfa) importance of water in dry areas, salt or mineral licks and so on - you are spot on with your tipps as they work the same way on roe deer. The only one difference is the rut and even there are some similarities. Thank you for your videos. You are a profound hunter and deer expert. I am really enjoying your videos.[ Read More ]
— Waidmannsheil

Your videos always open my eyes to things that I would not have previously considered . thx so much, you are a wealth of information.

Your videos always open my eyes to things that I would not have previously considered . thx so much, you are a wealth of information.
— D

Jeff, Your videos are absolutely awesome, good teacher, great speaker, great filming. Keep up the great content.

Jeff, Your videos are absolutely awesome, good teacher, great speaker, great filming. Keep up the great content.
— John

Great information! Of course the best way to fix a problem is to fully understand what’s actually happening! Thanks!!

Great information! Of course the best way to fix a problem is to fully understand what’s actually happening! Thanks!!
— David

Rock solid knowledge. I consider everything you preach about lol. I’m sure you hear it all the time but you’re very knowledgeable on the white tail!

Rock solid knowledge. I consider everything you preach about lol. I’m sure you hear it all the time but you’re very knowledgeable on the white tail! The experience is under your belt for sure! Thanks a bunch for all the info, tips, tricks, etc.
— Josh

Jeff, big thanks for this video. Last year I abandoned the plots and got the does to leave, and the mature bucks returned right away.

Jeff, big thanks for this video. I have land east of Leech Lake in Northern MN. We put in the food plots and did all the QDM stuff and it drove away all of our mature bucks and turned our land into a doe MECCA. Last year I abandoned the... plots and got the does to leave, and the mature bucks returned right away. Your video describes EXACTLY what happened to our land, and it wasn’t good.[ Read More ]
— Buck

Trying to create the perfect deer habitat is a never ending process and worth every minute and dollar spent. Thank you for all of these great videos.

I get so much info from your videos and books. Trying to create the perfect deer habitat is a never ending process and worth every minute and dollar spent. I hash tagged #whitetailhabitatsolutions​ on Instagram with a chart of all my trail cam buck activity by month and the results... are pretty astounding. Thank you for all of these great videos.[ Read More ]
— Miguel

My food plot is set up just like what Jeff is talking about. Let me tell you I have never seen so many deer in all my life. I can’t thank Jeff enough.

My food plot is set up just like what Jeff is talking about. Let me tell you I have never seen so many deer in all my life. I’m learning so much by watching the deer with no pressure on them. I can’t thank Jeff enough for sharing his knowledge.... Happy Hunting![ Read More ]
— Brian

I know you've probably mentioned one particular thing in this video several times, but for some reason it finally clicked with me today. Thank you, thank you!!

Great info Jeff! I know you've probably mentioned one particular thing in this video several times before, but for some reason it finally clicked with me today. The better news for me is that it confirms that I'm heading in the right direction on my plans. Thank you, thank you!!
— John S

Jeff, I just want to say, I am a huge fan of your work, I have watched hundreds of your videos. No exaggeration. Your work has been a huge blessing to me.

Jeff, I just want to say, I am a huge fan of your work, I have watched hundreds of your videos. No exaggeration. I watch every single new one and look forward to them, and a few years worth of old ones. I’ve learned more from your work than any... other source, and I have enjoyed whitetail hunting more than ever before because of you. I am enjoying the off season, more than ever because I am able to have fun with cameras, mock scrapes, habitat improvements, and other items year round for the first time. I’m even enjoying turkey hunting more because I understand my land better and how wildlife interact with it. Your work has been a huge blessing to me.[ Read More ]
— George

The only thing that is frustrating about watching your videos is I am going to have to wait another 6 months to apply a lot of what I have learned.! Keep it up!

Just found your channel. The only thing that is frustrating about watching your videos is the fact that i am going to have to wait another 6 months to apply a lot of what I have learned. Been hunting 26 years and I’ve learned quite a bit from your advice.... Keep it up![ Read More ]
— Chad

God love ya Jeff. Easter Sunday and you’re making available yet another informative video. You are so passionate when it comes to this!

God love ya Jeff. Easter Sunday and you’re making available yet another informative video. You are so passionate when it comes to this, that is what puts you head & shoulders above the rest. God Bless you and your family.
— Paul

Another Fantastic video Jeff! I love how you break down the depth of cover!

Another Fantastic video Jeff! I love how you break down the depth of cover!
— Noah

Excellent Jeff! You clearly have a PhD in whitetails. Thanks for another great video!

Excellent Jeff! You clearly have a PhD in whitetails. Thanks for another great video!
— Joey

Once again great info and content, keep it coming Sir, you are the boss.

Once again great info and content, keep it coming Sir, you are the boss.
— Doug

Hey Jeff. You are fantastic at what you do, I think i speak for a lot of people when I say, Jeff is doing what he was meant to in life!

Hey Jeff. You are fantastic at what you do, I think i speak for a lot of people when I say, Jeff is doing what he was meant to in life!
— Hyena

I love your videos. I think I have watched every one at least twice. I just love your practical advice, with no hype or showboat... Keep up the great work.

Jeff... I love your videos. I, too, hunt SW Wisconsin. So your advice has been critical to me. I think I have watched every one at least twice... I just love your practical advice, with no hype or showboat... You have got one of the best channels on YouTube... Keep... up the great work and happy hunting. [ Read More ]
— Steven

Thanks Jeff for making these priceless videos. So much info packed into these videos. Just a dry sponge soaking up all the great info in your videos and books.

Thanks Jeff for making these priceless videos. So much info packed into these videos. Michigan hunter here. Just a dry sponge soaking up all the great info in your videos and in your books.
— MeeLow

I wish I would have found out about your channel a couple of years ago, you consolidate everything I’ve learned... into simple information. Thanks!

I wish I would have found out about your channel a couple of years ago, you consolidate everything I’ve learned over countless podcasts and videos into simple information. Thanks!
— Andrew

I caught onto your site last fall. So much excellent info and I will use your advice in my high pressure property here in NY. Thanks Jeff!!

I caught onto your site last fall. So much excellent info and I will use your advice in my high pressure property here in NY. I really look forward to each new video that you put out. Thanks Jeff!!
— Christopher

I’m a true believer. Keep up the great work. I’ll be sure to give my neighbors a smirk and head nod from the seat of my 4 wheeler this summer.

Thanks for the videos Jeff. This will be my first year following your no till strategy from spring throughout the year. I’ve followed your videos and implemented several of your management methods along with seeding your fall plantings on my parents old dairy farm in northern NY for the past... couple of years. It’s left a lot of neighbors scratching their heads as to what I was doing and likely the butt of a few jokes... until last fall when we harvested one of the largest bucks taken in the area in probably 3 decades. I’m a true believer. Keep up the great work. I’ll be sure to give my neighbors a smirk and head nod from the seat of my 4 wheeler this summer.[ Read More ]
— Dem

Thanks, Jeff. Taking copious notes to implement on several plots.

Thanks, Jeff. Taking copious notes to implement on several plots.
— Chad W

As always I enjoy your advice and i try to watch every video.

As always I enjoy your advice and i try to watch every video.
— Josh

Love these informative videos, Thanks Jeff!

Love these informative videos, Thanks Jeff!
— Norm Y

Without Jeff, I would have invested a lot of cash and sweat equity to yield poor results at best. Thanks for sharing the wisdom!!!

An outstanding guide to not only the concepts which are necessary to create a deer sanctuary that can be successfully hunted, but the insights provided helped me shape strategies for hunting public lands I can't mold. A roomy land owner heading into my first season of shaping my new property,... without Jeff, I would have invested a lot of cash and sweat equity to yield poor results at best. My plans for the property are significantly different now and I'm confident they will yield much greater success.. Thanks for sharing the wisdom!!![ Read More ]
— Mike

Extreme whitetail knowledge. Wow! What knowledge this man has about whitetail deer. This would make a great gift to any hunter. Jeff thank you for sharing.

Extreme whitetail knowledge. Wow! What knowledge this man has about whitetail deer. Jeff shares a lifetime of knowledge about the whole process of whitetail deer! He has YouTube videos as well. This would make a great gift to any hunter. Jeff thank you for sharing.
— Bradd

I would highly recommend following Jeff to anyone who is serious about managing for wildlife and taking their land stewardship to the next level.

As a former wildlife biologist I am familiar with many aspects of habitat and food plot management. With that being said there is always something to learn in the great outdoors. Jeff does a phenomenal job of breaking down not only WHAT you need to do to accomplish... the goals set for the property you hunt, but most importantly WHY! I would highly recommend following Jeff to anyone who is serious about managing for wildlife and taking their land stewardship to the next level. [ Read More ]
— Justin

Unsurpassed Knowledge! If you're a serious whitetail hunter, take it to the next level with Jeff's in depth knowledge that can only be learned years experience.

Unsurpassed Knowledge! If you're a serious whitetail hunter, take it to the next level with Jeff's in depth knowledge that can only be learned with years of experience.
— Brennen N

Jeff sent me his new book a month ago and it has helped me tremendously with my food plots and how to set them up.

Jeff sent me his new book a month ago and it has helped me tremendously with my food plots and how to set them up. He explains what seed to use and what time to plant the seed. He explains in depth how small thin plots are great for keeping... deer on your property and getting the deer to go where you want them to. I am implementing Jeffs ideas this year and creating a long thin plot that will connect with my main plot and that way I know where to set my stand up. Jeff also talks about doe and buck bedding areas and his ideas are very easy to follow and are great for any hunter who wants to improve his chances at mature bucks.[ Read More ]
— Scott M

Once you implement Jeff's concepts and design strategies....you will be able to take your hunting success to the next level you so desire!!! I promise;)

I've been a fanatic whitetail hunter for 26 years and counting. Over the years I've read just about every whitetail magazine, book, & blog to increase my odds of success. The 2nd year after reading Jeffs book and implementing his tactics, improvements, proper balance of food and habitat, etc...... an increase of herd to around 70 deer by the end of season (not kidding your sightings will increase as the season progresses including bucks!). I harvested 2 awesome 8pts, passed on 18 immature bucks, and harvested 4 does to help balance the herd. My results may seem too good to be true...something like a fad diet....but trust me once you start to read this you won't be able to put it down and once you implement Jeff's concepts and design strategies....you will be able to take your hunting success to the next level you so desire!!! I promise;)[ Read More ]
— Anthony G

Jeff's concepts make a lot of sense and I can't wait to apply them to my 130 acre property. I am excited to get to start working on a number of his ideas.

Jeff's concepts make a lot of sense and I can't wait to apply them to my 130 acre property located in central Michigan. If you own or lease hunting property I encourage you to read Whitetail Success by Design. Not only is the book informative and easy to follow, it... is very interesting and fun to read. I am excited to get to start working on a number of his ideas this spring.[ Read More ]
— Bill C

You help us out more than you know. Read all the books and love implementing your techniques. Thanks again from Mississippi!

You help us out more than you know. Read all the books and love implementing your techniques. Like the thought of lining a food plot with a fruit bearing tree, I’m sure the herd would love that! Thanks again from Mississippi!
— Hunter

Once you understand habitat and how to manipulate it the hunting part is easy. This guy will open your eyes to making your hunting better and more predictable.

If you own your own land or have the ability to do habitat manipulation on your lease this guy's books are must haves. I've been deer hunting 25 years. I have learned more in the last couple years reading habitat/hunting books from Mr. Sturgis than in 25 years of hunting.... Once you understand habitat and how to manipulate it the hunting part is easy. This guy will open your eyes to making your hunting better and more predictable.[ Read More ]
— Brad C

I highly recommend any of Jeff's books to any serious whitetail hunter and manager. By far some of the most beneficial whitetail literature today.

I highly recommend any of Jeff's books to any serious whitetail hunter and manager. By far some of the most beneficial whitetail literature today. The concepts and ideas expressed in Jeff”s books has changed the way I hunt and prepare each season. He goes into not only the "how to"... techniques most authors do but the "why" that many books and articles lack to share.[ Read More ]
— Michael M

Even though my land tract is small, I can still employ the design tactics covered in Jeff's book with a reasonable amount of success. A must have!

Food Plot Success by Design by Jeff Sturgis is a valuable read for either the novice, or accomplished hunter/land owner. I had a hard time putting it down - within 2 days I had read all 202 pages! One of the most important things I was assured of was that... even though my land tract is small, I can still employ the design tactics covered in Jeff's book with a reasonable amount of success. Jeff provides written and graphic illustrations of each element of the food plot including cover, bedding, plot shape, stand placement, hunter access trails etc. The what, when, and where is also well covered regarding planting. One phrase from the book that will stick with me is "thin is in" regarding food plot design/shape. I have a long, narrow, well cleared trail that winds through my property that will nicely fit this technique. I learned that this type plot keeps the deer moving which is desirable, and provides the all important edge the deer favor for security. I could go on and on because there is so much more that Jeff covers. A must have for the aspiring food plotter![ Read More ]
— Dennis B

This isn't your everyday deer hunting B.S. Jeff has very concrete ideas about deer movement that I will be able to implement on my property.

This isn't your everyday deer hunting B.S.I own about 700 acres in Wisconsin. The property is surrounded by hundreds more. The deer are free to bed, hide and move about at will with very little pressure. Trying to pattern deer for hunting is a big problem for me. Jeff's book... was a real help. I have all the features deer need to use and remain on a piece of property, but without the ability to pattern their movements, harvesting a mature buck is a real challenge. Jeff has very concrete ideas about deer movement that I will be able to implement on my property and recommendations I find very useful. I hope to run into Jeff soon and be able to talk shop. Thanks for your book. [ Read More ]
— Bob

So much of what people have told me turned out to be purely anecdotal and not based on the "science". Exceeded my expectations...which were high to start with!

Exceeded my expectations...which were high to start with!As a new landowner and someone who does NOT come from a farming background I was looking for a resource that I could use to increase my odds of success related to food plots. This book does that and much more....So much... of what people have told me turned out to be purely anecdotal and not based on the "science" involved in managing food for Whitetails. I HIGHLY recommend this book for both a beginner (me) or someone who's been "educated" by friends and neighbors. Great stuff.[ Read More ]
— Eric B

I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to improve their property's food plots, bedding areas and who wants to get that mature buck on the wall.

Great read with practical solutions! I purchased this book after Jeff did a management plan for one of my friends. I thought my friend was crazy for paying someone to do that. He shared the plan with me and I was impressed; I had to get the creators name. I... started following Whitetail Habitat Solutions on Facebook. I loved every one of the morning mixers, so I decided to buy this book. Our family has 120 acres and this book covers everything that is going on at our property and more importantly, how to fix it. I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to improve their property's food plots, bedding areas and who wants to get that mature buck on the wall.[ Read More ]
— Josh K

Jeff has allowed me to take the advanced principles of land management, and put them to use on my property in a language I could understand.

Jeff has allowed me to take the advanced principles of land management, and put them to use on my property in a language I could understand. I could start to see the strategies described in the book come alive in the first season of implementing some of these strategies. I... am excited to keep the process of continued improvement on my property using more of the techniques described in this book. I highly recommend purchasing this if you are serious about creating a property that consistently delivers a great whitetail environment.[ Read More ]
— Eric E